Island Peak (Imja Tse) is one of the most popular trekking peaks in the Everest region, at an elevation of 6,169 meters, located between Mt. Ama Dablam and Lhotse. The Everest Expedition team, led by Briton Eric Shipton, made an epic journey to the top of the Imja Tse Peak in 1952 for the first time; since then, it has become the most legendary peak in Nepal. Lhotse Glacier, Imja Glacier, Amphulapcha Glacier, Chhukung Glacier, and Ama Dablam Glacier all surround Imja Tse. He named it Island Peak because it sits in the middle of the glacier, resembling an island in a sea of ice. Now it is known as Island Peak.
The Island Peak Trip fulfills every adventure trekker’s dream, for those who like to dream of some adventure trip beyond the Everest Trek. It can combine the Everest Base Camp Trek, Gokyo Chola Pass, Everest Three Passes, and Everest Classical Trek. This tour helps acclimatize your body to conquer the top of the peak. We at Nepal Mother House Treks organize an Island Peak climbing trip from Chhukung, but we are glad to sort out this trip combined with any other trip to Everest according to your requirements. The Island Peak summit is wonderful with a 360-degree view of the pyramid-shaped Makalu (8,757 m), the pointed Shar (8,393 m), Lhoste (8,501 m), Nuptse (7,861 m),Ama Dablam (6,856 m), Baruntse (7,168 m), and many other mountains. A small col separates the west face from the South Ridge of Lhotse Shar and the highly glacierized Lhotse Glacier from which it rises. To climb this peak does not require previous climbing experience, but essential physical fitness and mental preparedness. Island Peak climbing is rated as a moderate grade, and it is known as a novice climber’s.
The trip starts from Chhukung, where you will meet our Sherpa guide/porter, who will give brief instructions about the trip plan. You have the option to walk to Chhukung by yourself from Jiri, Salleri, or Lukla, or if you need assistance, we are happy to organize a complete trip for you. We recommend the 3-Day Island Peak Climbing Itinerary starting from Chhukung as the best option for you. The trail passes through the glacier moraine originating from Lhotse, continues to the Imja Khola (stream), and leads to the Island Peak Base Camp at an elevation of 5,200 m. There are slabs and boulders near High Camp (5,600 m), and the trail becomes harder from here up to the summit; it requires mountaineering skills for the 300 meters on a snowy ridge, using ropes, crampons, and ice axes. Finally, you will conquer the top of Island Peak, making history in your life. Then descend to Chhukung for your destination.
Island Peak (Imja Tse) climbing takes 1 night and 2 days as appropriate time, but we recommend you put in an extra day for the contingency of weather. We at Nepal Mother House Treks are glad to organize 3-days Island Peak (Imja Tse) climbing trips by expert Sherpa guides and porters according to your requirements and schedule, either for solo travelers or group joins. It can be organized the whole year round, but mid-September to mid-November and mid-March to mid-May are the best times for this adventure.
Highlights
- The Most Famous Trekking Peak in the Everest Region.
- 360-degree mountain scenery.
- Amazing climbing by expert Sherpa Local Guide and Porters.
- Known as a novice climbers’ peak.
- Located at Sagarmatha National Park.
- Can do it in batter 2 days from Chhukung.
- Fulfill the dream of adventure lovers.
